E28 S54 Porn, heavy pics.

B7Turbo · Post by **B7Turbo** » Sep 23, 2014 11:22 AM

cek wrote:I do love blue cars. This is one of the best looking E28s on the planet, me thinks.

You are so kind, thank you!

pants|works · Post by **pants|works** » Sep 23, 2014 12:44 PM

Cool car.

Everyone has an ego. Those that say they don't just don't realize how big theirs is.

B7Turbo · Post by **B7Turbo** » Sep 23, 2014 1:31 PM

pants|works wrote:Cool car.

Everyone has an ego. Those that say they don't just don't realize how big theirs is.

Can't thank you enough for your kind and warm comment, perhaps you should schedule your time that we could hang out a little at RTT 2015 so we can get to know each other first!

bkbimmer · Post by **bkbimmer** » Sep 23, 2014 5:22 PM

pants|works wrote:Cool car.

Everyone has an ego. Those that say they don't just don't realize how big theirs is.

Lego my ego.

ldsbeaker · Post by **ldsbeaker** » Sep 23, 2014 6:23 PM

Sia,
I'm glad you went to the dark side and got some coilovers. Driving your car pre-BC was an absolute blast, but I have a distinct memory of feeling like the rear was too bouncy. That is a purely subjective opinion. My "bouncy" is your "compliant". Yadayadayada.
Isn't it great to be able to play with all the settings?
(Hmmm, maybe I should try 10mm lower in the front... DONE!) etc.
Hope you are well, sorry I missed RTT this year, and I look forward to seeing you (and all the other. Canadians) again soon!

B7Turbo · Post by **B7Turbo** » Sep 24, 2014 8:09 AM

ldsbeaker wrote:Sia,
I'm glad you went to the dark side and got some coilovers. Driving your car pre-BC was an absolute blast, but I have a distinct memory of feeling like the rear was too bouncy. That is a purely subjective opinion. My "bouncy" is your "compliant". Yadayadayada.
Isn't it great to be able to play with all the settings?
(Hmmm, maybe I should try 10mm lower in the front... DONE!) etc.
Hope you are well, sorry I missed RTT this year, and I look forward to seeing you (and all the other. Canadians) again soon!

Adam,

You are 100% right, one of the reason I replace the old suspension was because of the bouncyness of rear sprins which was to weak for the power. That is elaminated now and the car just rides absolutely perfect. It is great set up and I recommend it for anyone who wants a fine and solid ride but still maintaining the street ride quality.
And yes, we missed you this year and I can tell you that the roads around Eurika Spring was absolutely wonderful to drive. Hope we see you next year to catch up and do some nice driving!
Sia

Slow_Ballin' · Post by **Slow_Ballin'** » Sep 26, 2014 9:53 AM

this is what the perfect e28 is I think... Wow!

Boston7 · Post by **Boston7** » Dec 04, 2014 4:22 PM

Since I'm new to E28 ownership but not BMW, I know good thing when I see it regardless of what anyone has to say. Sia, I don't know you, but in my opinion, this one car (although your collection is exceptional) is nothing short of being the top of the food chain for the E28! I'm surprised BMW hasn't reached out to you about this. It just goes to show whats possible with imagination, drive and of course, money. Well done, sir! I'm fortunate enough that I work in BMW service and have had the opportunity to drive some truly amazing cars but my heart lies with the old school BMW's which I think provide a much more visceral driving experience. I'm in the midst of my own E28 project but I had to say something about this one. One hell of a car!

kronus · Post by **kronus** » Dec 04, 2014 4:56 PM

this thread should be a sticky. what an epic car!

B7Turbo · Post by **B7Turbo** » Dec 09, 2014 4:57 PM

Boston7 wrote:Since I'm new to E28 ownership but not BMW, I know good thing when I see it regardless of what anyone has to say. Sia, I don't know you, but in my opinion, this one car (although your collection is exceptional) is nothing short of being the top of the food chain for the E28! I'm surprised BMW hasn't reached out to you about this. It just goes to show whats possible with imagination, drive and of course, money. Well done, sir! I'm fortunate enough that I work in BMW service and have had the opportunity to drive some truly amazing cars but my heart lies with the old school BMW's which I think provide a much more visceral driving experience. I'm in the midst of my own E28 project but I had to say something about this one. One hell of a car!

Kronus wrote:this thread should be a sticky. what an epic car!]

I am truly honored, Thank You Gentlemen!

2 5's and a 7 · Post by **2 5's and a 7** » Dec 09, 2014 5:57 PM

B7Turbo wrote:
ldsbeaker wrote:Sia,
I'm glad you went to the dark side and got some coilovers. Driving your car pre-BC was an absolute blast, but I have a distinct memory of feeling like the rear was too bouncy. That is a purely subjective opinion. My "bouncy" is your "compliant". Yadayadayada.
Isn't it great to be able to play with all the settings?
(Hmmm, maybe I should try 10mm lower in the front... DONE!) etc.
Hope you are well, sorry I missed RTT this year, and I look forward to seeing you (and all the other. Canadians) again soon!
Adam,

You are 100% right, one of the reason I replace the old suspension was because of the bouncyness of rear sprins which was to weak for the power. That is elaminated now and the car just rides absolutely perfect. It is great set up and I recommend it for anyone who wants a fine and solid ride but still maintaining the street ride quality.
And yes, we missed you this year and I can tell you that the roads around Eurika Spring was absolutely wonderful to drive. Hope we see you next year to catch up and do some nice driving!
Sia

Eureka Springs not that it matters.....nice car

B7Turbo · Post by **B7Turbo** » Dec 11, 2014 5:18 PM

Some newer pics from couple of local gathering in summer.
My Alpina B10 V8 4.6 and e28 S54 at the same event.

muppyvw · Post by **muppyvw** » Dec 25, 2014 5:29 PM

This is purely what I want out of the aesthetics of a car. Perfection. Nicely done.

vlad-NJ · Post by **vlad-NJ** » Dec 25, 2014 10:03 PM

met you at h2o last year, saw the car, it's perfect ! congrats !

Reyno1dsWr4p · Post by **Reyno1dsWr4p** » Jan 07, 2015 12:14 AM

Where do you get those red white and blue hood and trunk emblems?! They're so sick and I want them so bad for my 528e.

B7Turbo · Post by **B7Turbo** » Jan 10, 2015 7:49 AM

muppyvw wrote:This is purely what I want out of the aesthetics of a car. Perfection. Nicely done.

vlad-NJ wrote:met you at h2o last year, saw the car, it's perfect ! congrats !

Thank you gentleman, greatly appreciate your kind comments.

Reyno1dsWr4p wrote:Where do you get those red white and blue hood and trunk emblems?! They're so sick and I want them so bad for my 528e.

Thank you, PM was sent,

ronin · Post by **ronin** » Apr 06, 2015 10:05 PM

Just found your thread and I love the car. Very OEM look in the engine bay which is awesome.

I had a question about your suspension set up. What top mounts are you using for the struts, F&R?

Thanks and thanks for sharing,

Eric

B7Turbo · Post by **B7Turbo** » Apr 08, 2015 3:34 PM

ronin wrote:Just found your thread and I love the car. Very OEM look in the engine bay which is awesome.

I had a question about your suspension set up. What top mounts are you using for the struts, F&R?

Thanks and thanks for sharing,

Eric

Eric, the whole package as you can see in picture page 8 came from BC coilovers as a package, which included front adjustable cambers and plates as well a solid plates for the back.

Cheers,

Sia

LSXBeemer · Post by **LSXBeemer** » Apr 08, 2015 8:26 PM

....just made a deposit at the Spank Bank!

Nice Ride! I love everything about this E28. I'm sure you get many compliments.

B7Turbo · Post by **B7Turbo** » Apr 08, 2015 9:15 PM

LSXBeemer wrote:....just made a deposit at the Spank Bank!

LOL, now that's funny!

And thanks.

Post by **tig** » Jan 03, 2016 9:26 PM

Sia,

What did you do for the throttle pedal?

I've got almost every plan for my S54 build nailed, and this is one of the few last details I haven't been able to find good info on. Thanks in advance.

B7Turbo · Post by **B7Turbo** » Jan 06, 2016 5:17 PM

Hi Cek,

I just saw your post. I'm happy to hear that you were able to gather required parts and know how.

I have incorporated the fly by wire throttle pedal and sport function switch from the same e46 M3.

Good luck,
Sia

Post by **tig** » Jan 06, 2016 5:54 PM

B7Turbo wrote:Hi Cek,

I just saw your post. I'm happy to hear that you were able to gather required parts and know how.

I have incorporated the fly by wire throttle pedal and sport function switch from the same e46 M3.

Good luck,
Sia

What are the LEDs above the instrument cluster?

By the way, I think I have cruise control figured out.

Anything you would do differently if you were to do it again?

Tammer in Philly · Post by **Tammer in Philly** » Jan 07, 2016 10:50 AM

Of course, he would have driven the car to me at the end of the project and sold it to me for $5k.

B7Turbo · Post by **B7Turbo** » Jan 09, 2016 9:42 AM

cek wrote:
B7Turbo wrote:Hi Cek,

I just saw your post. I'm happy to hear that you were able to gather required parts and know how.

I have incorporated the fly by wire throttle pedal and sport function switch from the same e46 M3.

Good luck,
Sia
What are the LEDs above the instrument cluster?

By the way, I think I have cruise control figured out.

Anything you would do differently if you were to do it again?

LEDs? Not sure what you are referring to.

I don't think I would so anything differently other than what I have done. I am happy with the result.

B7Turbo · Post by **B7Turbo** » Jan 09, 2016 9:49 AM

Tammer in Philly wrote:Of course, he would have driven the car to me at the end of the project and sold it to me for $5k.

Post by **tig** » Jan 09, 2016 1:27 PM

Seen in this picture:

At the top of the cluster. 3 lights.

Post by **Justin_FL** » Jan 09, 2016 1:40 PM

cek wrote:Seen in this picture:

At the top of the cluster. 3 lights.

That is a sticker that says "ABS". I didn't think Sia's 525i had ABS, but looks like the brake lines are there in the engine bay.

Post by **tig** » Jan 09, 2016 1:43 PM

Justin_FL wrote:
cek wrote:Seen in this picture:

At the top of the cluster. 3 lights.
That is a sticker that says "ABS". I didn't think Sia's 525i had ABS, but looks like the brake lines are there in the engine bay.

O. :embarrassed:

B7Turbo · Post by **B7Turbo** » Jan 09, 2016 8:24 PM

cek wrote:
Justin_FL wrote:
cek wrote:Seen in this picture:

At the top of the cluster. 3 lights.
That is a sticker that says "ABS". I didn't think Sia's 525i had ABS, but looks like the brake lines are there in the engine bay.
O. :embarrassed:

No worries man, it looks kind of like LED lighting, But good observation though!

M5ER_28 · Post by **M5ER_28** » Dec 07, 2016 11:24 PM

What transmission and differential are you using in this setup?

puma1824 · Post by **puma1824** » Feb 09, 2017 7:24 PM

Great build!!! My E28 S54 swap is just about complete but still trying to find a better solution for the airbox. Which airbox did you end up using? Looks like it fits well.

Thanks in advance.

B7Turbo · Post by **B7Turbo** » Feb 09, 2017 10:34 PM

M5ER_28 wrote:What transmission and differential are you using in this setup?

Original M3 6speed
373 LSD

B7Turbo · Post by **B7Turbo** » Feb 09, 2017 10:37 PM

puma1824 wrote:Great build!!! My E28 S54 swap is just about complete but still trying to find a better solution for the airbox. Which airbox did you end up using? Looks like it fits well.

Thanks in advance.

Mz3

puma1824 · Post by **puma1824** » Feb 09, 2017 10:39 PM

B7Turbo wrote:
puma1824 wrote:Great build!!! My E28 S54 swap is just about complete but still trying to find a better solution for the airbox. Which airbox did you end up using? Looks like it fits well.

Thanks in advance.
Mz3

Thanks! Oh yeah by chance do you have pics of how it was mounted? Is the battery still underneath or did you relocate it to the back?

B7Turbo · Post by **B7Turbo** » Feb 11, 2017 8:09 AM

puma1824 wrote:
B7Turbo wrote:
puma1824 wrote:Great build!!! My E28 S54 swap is just about complete but still trying to find a better solution for the airbox. Which airbox did you end up using? Looks like it fits well.

Thanks in advance.
Mz3
Thanks! Oh yeah by chance do you have pics of how it was mounted? Is the battery still underneath or did you relocate it to the back?

You need to remove the existing bracket for the original box and base on the location and the angle of the fastening point of the new box, install (fabricate and weld) a new bracket. the battery stay in the same location.

puma1824 · Post by **puma1824** » Feb 11, 2017 8:05 PM

B7Turbo wrote:
puma1824 wrote:
B7Turbo wrote:
puma1824 wrote:Great build!!! My E28 S54 swap is just about complete but still trying to find a better solution for the airbox. Which airbox did you end up using? Looks like it fits well.

Thanks in advance.
Mz3
Thanks! Oh yeah by chance do you have pics of how it was mounted? Is the battery still underneath or did you relocate it to the back?
You need to remove the existing bracket for the original box and base on the location and the angle of the fastening point of the new box, install (fabricate and weld) a new bracket. the battery stay in the same location.

Thanks so much. Would you mind taking pics of what the bracket and how the snorkel meet up with the front? Here's a few pic of mine so far:

B7Turbo · Post by **B7Turbo** » Feb 12, 2017 8:05 AM

puma1824 wrote:
B7Turbo wrote:
puma1824 wrote:
B7Turbo wrote:
puma1824 wrote:Great build!!! My E28 S54 swap is just about complete but still trying to find a better solution for the airbox. Which airbox did you end up using? Looks like it fits well.

Thanks in advance.
Mz3
Thanks! Oh yeah by chance do you have pics of how it was mounted? Is the battery still underneath or did you relocate it to the back?
You need to remove the existing bracket for the original box and base on the location and the angle of the fastening point of the new box, install (fabricate and weld) a new bracket. the battery stay in the same location.
Thanks so much. Would you mind taking pics of what the bracket and how the snorkel meet up with the front? Here's a few pic of mine so far:

Sorry, I am out of town. check the existing pics of the engine bay closely and you will see it.

puma1824 · Post by **puma1824** » Feb 17, 2017 10:59 PM

B7Turbo wrote:During last year driving My e28 S54 after going to three long trips with many twisties, I found that my suspension although is all beefed up but still in a soft side, so I decided to replace them with the BC racing coilovers, which I heard from many members here and other forums that is a great up grade and gives you a super handling.

looking forward to warm weather!!!

I'm about to purchase a set of these. What spring rates did you end up choosing?

thanks again!

B7Turbo · Post by **B7Turbo** » Feb 24, 2017 9:00 PM

I believe the rear ones were ordered customs, 650lb per corner.